Eastern Macedonia and Thrace records 20 helmet violations in one week
Greek police recorded 20 violations for failure to wear a helmet in Eastern Macedonia and Thrace between September 21 and 27, 2026, as part of a nationwide campaign targeting motorcycle and light electric vehicle users.
The Hellenic Police said 20,024 checks were carried out across Greece during the seven-day period, resulting in 1,727 violations by drivers and 211 violations by passengers.
NATIONWIDE HELMET ENFORCEMENT
The checks were conducted under the “Zero tolerance for non-use of helmets” campaign, which aims to increase compliance among motorcycle drivers and passengers as well as users of light personal electric vehicles.
Police units carried out checks on two-wheeled vehicles and rental businesses, with particular attention given to professional delivery riders and their employers.
Of the violations recorded nationwide, 1,058 involved motorcycle drivers, including 38 delivery riders; 179 involved motorcycle passengers; 648 involved users of light personal electric vehicles; and 21 involved ATV drivers.
REGIONAL BREAKDOWN
Attica recorded the highest number of violations with 602, followed by the South Aegean with 354 and the Ionian Islands with 243.
The regional figures were:
Attica: 602
South Aegean: 354
Ionian Islands: 243
Western Greece: 200
Crete: 178
Selanik (Thessaloniki): 88
Thessaly: 77
Peloponnese: 43
Epirus: 36
North Aegean: 34
Central Macedonia: 31
Central Greece: 29
Eastern Macedonia and Thrace: 20
Western Macedonia: 3
NEW PENALTIES UNDER GREECE'S TRAFFIC CODE
Greek authorities also highlighted the stricter penalties introduced under Law 5209/2025, which amended the country's Traffic Code.
Motorcycle drivers who fail to wear a helmet face a €350 fine and a 30-day driving licence suspension. The same sanctions apply to drivers who fail to ensure the safety of their passenger.
Motorcycle passengers face a €350 fine, while users of light personal electric vehicles face a €30 fine for failing to wear a helmet.
Authorities noted that penalties become significantly stricter in cases of repeat offences.
The Hellenic Police said the campaign is intended not simply to impose penalties but to encourage a change in road-user behavior and reinforce the use of certified helmets as a basic safety measure.
Police said checks and awareness activities will continue nationwide.
